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Spiritual Aging: Beyond Doctor Visits and Exercise Plans
A reader recently asked why we seem to focus more on physical issues as we age than the spiritual ones. When my friend Sarah turned 75, her calendar…
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Do You Believe in God?
Do you believe in God? And do you practice that belief in some form of traditional religion? Or, like many, do you struggle with matters of faith?Let me…
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Finding Peace in the Darkness Before Dawn
Today, I'm excited to explore a lesser-known but profoundly nourishing spiritual practice: embracing the tranquility of the darkness before dawn
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Aging and Spirituality, the Pilgrimage Within
Aging and a growing interest in spirituality seem to go hand in hand. Looking at aging as a pilgrimage, here are some questions to ask yourself.
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Introvert or Extrovert and Spirituality
How does your personality influence your spirituality? A look at the importance of embracing yourself just the way you are, whether that is introvert, extrovert ,or ambivert.
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Embracing Wrinkles as Maps of Wisdom
I wonder if wrinkles are more than just signs of aging but also maps of our spiritual pilgrimage. Every line on our faces represents a significant moment in…
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When Technology, Spirituality, and Religion Each Call
Sometimes we feel a call from technology, religion, and spirituality at the same time. Religions, as well as spiritual practices, are not right for everyone. I didn’t always…
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How our spirituality is affected by aging
Our spiritualty is a result of many factors, but growing older may be one of the most important. This article looks at how spirituality is affected by aging.
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What is the Value of Failure
When we count all of our assets toward the end of life, we don't want to forget the value of failure that has given us seeds of wisdom…
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What do technology and spirituality have in common
Although technology isn't often recognized for its role in spiritual, or inner, growth, this article looks at its role in spirituality as well as creativity.
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How to find the magic of ‘we’ in a relationship or community
A reflection of the magical power that happens when people are together in relationship or community to share and to grow.
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Spiritual practice as a path to inner peace
Reflections on the meanings of spiritual practice and how we find ourselves on any particular paths as we go through life.
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How to feed your spirit when churches close
As more and more places of worship close their doors, people are left to satisfy their spiritual hunger in new ways.
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How to Learn the Art of Listening in a Noisy World
The art of listening is really a skill that takes years of practice to learn, much like anything else in life.
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The Journey of Life from Womb to Grave
We speak a lot about the journey of life, but do we ever think much about the process of travel from birth to death? How do we get…
